Biller name
Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation
HQ: Dudley, NC
Legal name
Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation
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Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation Account & Billing Support
| Department | Number / Channel |
|---|---|
| Customer Service Main | (800) 548-4869 |
| Customer Service (Local) | (919) 735-2611 |
Retrieved June 2026 · Source: tcemc.com/contact · current departmental phone numbers and hours of operation.
About Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation
Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation is an electric utility cooperative headquartered in Dudley, North Carolina, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers across eastern North Carolina. It serves approximately 26,000 customers across its service territory.
Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation bills commonly include electricity usage charges, demand charges, transmission and delivery fees, and fuel cost adjustments. Deferit is unaffiliated with Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation.
How to Pay Your Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation Bill
- With Deferit: pay now and split into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Learn more →
Payment Methods & Addresses
Retrieved June 2026 · Source: tcemc.com/payment-options.
Need to split your Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation bill into installments?
Retrieved June 2026 · Source: tcemc.com.
| Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation payment arrangement |  Deferit | |
|---|---|---|
| How to access | Check Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation's online account, payment portal, or customer support team for available payment arrangement options. | Sign up, take a picture of your bill, and Deferit pays it on your behalf. Online or in app. |
| Maximum split | If Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation offers payment arrangements, limits are set by Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation based on your account status. We couldn't verify a published maximum split. | 4 installments, once every two weeks, up to your Deferit balance |
| Eligibility & approval | Decided by Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation at request time based on account status | Monthly Deferit membership, no lock-ins. Cancel anytime. |
| Fees & interest | Fees and interest were not published in the sources reviewed. Check Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation's payment portal or support team before setting up an arrangement. | Monthly Deferit membership plus a $0.99 processing fee per bill. No interest. No late fees on eligible Deferit memberships.* |
| If you miss a payment | Missed-payment consequences are set by Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation and may include late fees, service interruption, or collection activity depending on your account. | You can reschedule a repayment date in the app before it's due. Late fees may apply depending on your Deferit membership.* |
| Works for | Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation bills only | Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation and most other US household bills |
| Learn more → |
*No late fees feature included with Max and Ultra memberships. Installments on the Lite membership may incur late fees if overdue. See Membership terms for details.
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Common Questions About Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation
Can I use Deferit to pay my Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation bill? ›
Yes. Enter your Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation bill amount in Deferit and we pay Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation in full right away. You repay us in 4 bi-weekly installments.
What payment methods does Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation accept? ›
Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation typically accepts online payments via credit card, debit card, or bank transfer. Visit tcemc.com or contact their support team for the most up-to-date options.
Does Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation offer autopay? ›
Most billers offer automatic payment to help avoid late fees. Visit Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation's website or app to check whether autopay is available and how to enroll.
What do I do if I can't pay my Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation bill on time? ›
Contact Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation directly to ask about payment arrangements or hardship assistance programs. Deferit can also help — split your bill into 4 payments to ease the immediate financial pressure.
Updated: June 2026